Science·Scientific Inquiry·procedural
Comparing Possible Solutions
Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints
Suggested ages 8–11
Learning journey
Your child is learning to think like an engineer — designing solutions to problems, planning fair tests, and improving their ideas based on what works best.
Evidence of understanding
- Generate at least three possible solutions to a defined design problem
- Compare solutions against the specified criteria and constraints
- Select the most promising solution with reasoning for the choice
Assessment prompt
Can Comparing Possible Solutions brainstorm several different solutions to a design challenge and then compare them to decide which one best meets the requirements?
Standards alignment
3-5-ETS1-2US · ngss-k5
3-5-ETS1-2
Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) K-5